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Intuitive Idea Of Derivatives
Chapter Name : Limits And Derivatives
Sub Topic Code : 104_11_13_02_01
Topic Name : Intuitive Idea Of Derivatives
Sub Topic Name : Intuitive Idea Of Derivatives
Introduction

An intuitive idea of derivatives without definition.

Pre-Requisites:

Knowledge about algebraic and trigonometric functions.

Activity:

Observe the role of derivative in calculus.

Real Life Question:

Why derivative is so important?

Key Words / FlashCards
Key Words Definitions (pref. in our own words)
Calculus & derivatives Calculus is branch of mathematics which is focused on derivatives and integrals.
Learning aids / Gadgets
Gadgets How it can be used
Notice a moving vehicle Measure the distance travelled and time taken to find the measure of rate change i.e. velocity
Real life uses :

Derivatives are used to measure the rate change or instantaneous change.

Practical examples around us
Examples Explainations
Throw a ball from a cliff Plot a distance versus time graph and measure the rate change.
What you learn in Theory:

How derivative is a major branch in calculus?

What you learn in Practice:

Practical approach for derivatives.

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